Grizzly G0803Z Owner's manual

MODEL G0803Z

9" BENCHTOP BANDSAW

OWNER'S MANUAL

(For models manufactured since 07/19)

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This manual provides critical safety instructions on the proper setup,

operation, maintenance, and service of this machine/tool. Save this

document, refer to it often, and use it to instruct other operators.

Failure to read, understand and follow the instructions in this manual

may result in fire or serious personal injury—including amputation,

electrocution, or death.

The owner of this machine/tool is solely responsible for its safe use.

This responsibility includes but is not limited to proper installation in

a safe environment, personnel training and usage authorization,

proper inspection and maintenance, manual availability and compre-

hension, application of safety devices, cutting/sanding/grinding tool

integrity, and the usage of personal protective equipment.

The manufacturer will not be held liable for injury or property damage

from negligence, improper training, machine modifications or misuse.

Some dust created by power sanding, sawing, grinding, drilling, and

other construction activities contains chemicals known to the State

of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive

harm. Some examples of these chemicals are:

• Lead from lead-based paints.

• Crystalline silica from bricks, cement and other masonry products.

• Arsenic and chromium from chemically-treated lumber.

Your risk from these exposures varies, depending on how often you

do this type of work. To reduce your exposure to these chemicals:

Work in a well ventilated area, and work with approved safety equip-

ment, such as those dust masks that are specially designed to filter

out microscopic particles.

Table of Contents

INTRODUCTION ............................................... 2

Contact Info.................................................... 2

Manual Accuracy

........................................... 2

Identification

................................................... 3

Controls & Components

................................. 4

Machine Data Sheet

...................................... 6

SECTION 1: SAFETY

....................................... 8

Safety Instructions for Machinery

.................. 8

Additional Safety for Bandsaws

................... 10

SECTION 2: POWER SUPPLY

...................... 11

SECTION 3: SETUP

....................................... 13

Unpacking

.................................................... 13

Inventory

...................................................... 13

Needed for Setup

......................................... 13

Site Considerations

...................................... 14

Bench Mounting

........................................... 14

Assembly

..................................................... 15

Adjustment Overview

................................... 17

Blade Tracking

............................................. 17

Dust Collection

............................................. 19

Test Run

...................................................... 20

Tensioning Blade

......................................... 21

Adjusting Blade Support Bearings

............... 22

Adjusting Blade Guide Bearings

.................. 23

Aligning Table

.............................................. 25

Aligning Fence

............................................. 26

SECTION 4: OPERATIONS

........................... 27

Operation Overview

..................................... 27

Disabling Switch........................................... 28

Workpiece Inspection................................... 29

Setting Upper Blade Guide Height .............. 29

Tilting Table

................................................. 30

Choosing Blades

.......................................... 30

Changing Blade

........................................... 32

Ripping

......................................................... 33

Crosscutting

................................................. 33

Resawing

..................................................... 34

Cutting Curves

............................................. 34

Stacked Cuts................................................ 35

SECTION 5: ACCESSORIES

......................... 36

SECTION 6: MAINTENANCE

......................... 39

Schedule

...................................................... 39

Cleaning & Lubricating

................................. 39

SECTION 7: SERVICE

................................... 40

Troubleshooting

........................................... 40

Checking/Adjusting Belt Tension

................. 43

Replacing Belt

.............................................. 44

Wheel Alignment

.......................................... 45

Blade Lead

................................................... 47

Adjusting Laser Sight

................................... 48

Replacing Laser Sight Batteries

.................. 48

SECTION 8: WIRING

...................................... 49

Wiring Safety Instructions

............................ 49

Wiring Diagram

............................................ 50

SECTION 9: PARTS

....................................... 51

Main

............................................................. 51

Labels & Cosmetics

..................................... 54

WARRANTY & RETURNS

............................. 55

Like all machinery there is potential danger

when operating this machine. Accidents

are frequently caused by lack of familiarity

or failure to pay attention. Use this machine

with respect and caution to decrease the

risk of operator injury. If normal safety pre-

cautions are overlooked or ignored, seri-

ous personal injury may occur.

No list of safety guidelines can be com-

plete. Every shop environment is different.

Always consider safety first, as it applies

to your individual working conditions. Use

this and other machinery with caution and

respect. Failure to do so could result in

serious personal injury, damage to equip-

ment, or poor work results.

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Model G0803Z (Mfd. Since 07/19)

We stand behind our machines! If you have ques-

tions or need help, contact us with the information

below. Before contacting, make sure you get the

serial number

and manufacture date

from the

machine ID label. This will help us help you faster.

Grizzly Technical Support

1815 W. Battlefield

Springfield, MO 65807

Phone: (570) 546-9663

Email: [email protected]

We want your feedback on this manual. What did

you like about it? Where could it be improved?

Please take a few minutes to give us feedback.

Grizzly Documentation Manager

P.O. Box 2069

Bellingham, WA 98227-2069

Email: [email protected]

Contact Info

We are proud to provide a high-quality owner’s

manual with your new machine!

We

made every effort to be exact with the

instruc-

tions, specifications, drawings, and photographs

in this manual. Sometimes we make mistakes, but

our policy of continuous improvement also means

that

sometimes the machine

you receive is

slightly different than shown in the manual

.

If you find this to be the case, and the difference

between the manual and machine leaves you

confused or unsure about something

,

check our

website for an updated version. W

e post

current

manuals and

manual updates for free

on our web-

site at

www.grizzly.com.

Alternatively, you can call our Technical Support

for help. Before calling, make sure you write down

the

Manufacture Date and Serial Number

from

the machine ID label (see below). This information

is required for us to provide proper tech support,

and it helps us determine if updated documenta-

tion is available for your machine.

Manufacture Date

Serial Number

Manual Accuracy

INTRODUCTION

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Identification

Become familiar with the names and locations of the controls and features shown below to better understand

the instructions in this manual.

For Your Own Safety, Read Instruction Manual Before Operating Saw.

a) Wear eye protection.

b) Do not remove jammed cutoff pieces until blade has stopped.

c) Maintain proper adjustment of blade tension, blade guides, and thrust bearings.

d) Adjust upper blade guide to just clear workpiece.

e) Hold workpiece firmly against table.

Storage Clip

for Push Stick

Table

Upper Wheel Cover

Laser Sight

w/ON/OFF Switch

2" Dust Port

Chip Blower

Lower Wheel

Cover

Guide Post

Fence

Lock

Handle

Fence

Blade Tension

Quick-Release

Lever

Fence

Rail

LED Worklamp

w/ON/OFF Button

Tracking

Knob

Carrying

Handle

Blade Tension

Knob

ON/OFF Paddle

Switch w/

Removable Key

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Controls &

Components

Refer to Figures 1–5 and the following descrip-

tions to become familiar with the basic controls

and components of this machine. Understanding

these items and how they work will help you

understand the rest of the manual and stay safe

when operating this machine.

To reduce your risk of

serious injury, read this

entire manual BEFORE

using machine.

Guide Post

Fence & Miter Gauge

Figure 2. Fence and miter gauge controls.

A. Fence: Used for ripping, resawing, or cut-

ting tenons. Distance from blade determines

width of cut.

B.

Miter Gauge: Used for cross cuts. Adjusts

60° left or right.

C. Miter Gauge Lock Knob: Secures angle

position of miter gauge.

D. Fence Lock Handle: Secures fence position.

D

Basic Controls & Components

Figure 1. Basic Controls & Components.

A. ON/OFF Paddle Switch w/Removable Key:

Turns machine ON and OFF. Remove key to

disable machine.

B.

Laser Sight w/ON/OFF Switch: Projects

down length of blade and onto workpiece to

help guide cut.

C. Chip Blower: Gently blows dust and debris

away from cutting area.

D. LED Worklamp w/ON/OFF Button:

Illuminates cutting area for better visibility.

A

B

C

D

A

B

C

Figure 3. Guide post controls.

E

G

F

E. Guide Post Adjustment Knob: Rotate

to adjust height of blade guides above

workpiece.

F. Upper Blade Guide: Supports blade above

workpiece during operations.

G. Guide Post Lock Knob: Secures height of

blade guides.

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Table Tilt

Figure 5. Table tilt controls.

Blade Tension & Tracking

Figure 4. Blade tension and tracking controls.

H. Blade Tension Adjustment Knob: Rotate

to adjust blade tension (refer to

Page 21 for

more information).

I.

Blade Tension Quick-Release Lever: Move

counterclockwise (as viewed from rear of

machine) to quickly release blade tension.

Move clockwise to re-tension blade.

J. Tracking Knob: Rotate to adjust blade track-

ing (refer to Page 17 for more information).

K. Trunnion w/Table Tilt Scale: Functions as

a tilting base for table. Graduated in degrees

from 0°–45° for setting bevel angle.

L.

Table Tilt Lock Lever: Secures table tilt

angle setting.

M. Table Tilt Indicator: Shows angle of table

tilt.

N. Table Tilt Adjustment Knob: Rotate to

adjust angle of table tilt.

H

J

I

K

L

M

N

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Model G0803Z (Mfd. Since 07/19)

The information contained herein is deemed accurate as of 7/5/2019 and represents our most recent product specifications.

Due to our ongoing improvement efforts, this information may not accurately describe items previously purchased.

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Model G0803Z

MACHINE DATA

SHEET

Customer Service #: (570) 546-9663 · To Order Call: (800) 523-4777 · Fax #: (800) 438-5901

MODEL G0803Z 9" BENCHTOP BANDSAW WITH LASER

GUIDE

Product Dimensions:

Weight................................................................................................................................................................ 42 lbs.

Width (side-to-side) x Depth (front-to-back) x Height............................................................... 20-3/4 x 17 x 29-1/2 in.

Footprint (Length x Width)................................................................................................................. 15-1/2 x 6-1/2 in.

Shipping Dimensions:

Type..................................................................................................................................................... Cardboard Box

Content........................................................................................................................................................... Machine

Weight................................................................................................................................................................ 49 lbs.

Length x Width x Height....................................................................................................................... 32 x 18 x 14 in.

Must Ship Upright.................................................................................................................................................... No

Electrical:

Power Requirement........................................................................................................... 120V, Single-Phase, 60 Hz

Full-Load Current Rating....................................................................................................................................... 2.8A

Minimum Circuit Size.............................................................................................................................................. 15A

Connection Type....................................................................................................................................... Cord & Plug

Power Cord Included.............................................................................................................................................. Yes

Power Cord Length................................................................................................................................................. 6 ft.

Power Cord Gauge......................................................................................................................................... 18 AWG

Plug Included.......................................................................................................................................................... Yes

Included Plug Type................................................................................................................................................ 5-15

Switch Type.................................................................................................. Paddle Safety Switch w/Removable Key

Motors:

Main

Horsepower................................................................................................................................ 1/3 HP (320W)

Phase............................................................................................................................................ Single-Phase

Amps........................................................................................................................................................... 2.8A

Speed................................................................................................................................................ 1720 RPM

Type............................................................................................................................................ ODP Induction

Power Transfer ............................................................................................................................................ Belt

Main Specifications:

Main Specifications

Bandsaw Size.............................................................................................................................................. 9 in.

Max Cutting Width (Left of Blade)................................................................................................................ 9 in.

Max Cutting Width (Left of Blade) w/Fence........................................................................................... 4-1/2 in.

Max Cutting Height (Resaw Height)...................................................................................................... 3-5/8 in.

Blade Speeds..................................................................................................................................... 2460 FPM

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The information contained herein is deemed accurate as of 7/5/2019 and represents our most recent product specifications.

Due to our ongoing improvement efforts, this information may not accurately describe items previously purchased.

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Model G0803Z

Blade Information

Standard Blade Length.............................................................................................................................. 62 in.

Blade Length Range........................................................................................................ 61-13/16 - 62-3/16 in.

Blade Width Range........................................................................................................................... 1/8 - 3/8 in.

Type of Blade Guides...................................................................................................................... Ball Bearing

Guide Post Adjustment Type....................................................................................................... Rack & Pinion

Has Quick-Release...................................................................................................................................... Yes

Table Information

Table Length.............................................................................................................................................. 12 in.

Table Width................................................................................................................................................ 12 in.

Table Thickness........................................................................................................................................ 5/8 in.

Table Tilt............................................................................................................................................ 0 - 45 deg.

Table Tilt Adjustment Type.......................................................................................................... Rack & Pinion

Floor-to-Table Height................................................................................................................................. 13 in.

Fence Locking Position.............................................................................................................................. Front

Fence is Adjustable for Blade Lead.............................................................................................................. Yes

Miter Gauge Included................................................................................................................................... Yes

Construction Materials

Table.......................................................................................................................................... Cast Aluminum

Trunnion..................................................................................................................................... Cast Aluminum

Fence.................................................................................................................................. Extruded Aluminum

Base/Stand............................................................................................................................. Pre-Formed Steel

Frame/Body............................................................................................................................ Pre-Formed Steel

Wheels................................................................................................................................ Balanced Aluminum

Tire.......................................................................................................................................................... Rubber

Wheel Cover .............................................................................................................................................. Steel

Paint Type/Finish................................................................................................................................. Urethane

Other Related Information

Wheel Diameter................................................................................................................................... 9-5/16 in.

Wheel Width............................................................................................................................................. 3/4 in.

Number of Dust Ports....................................................................................................................................... 1

Dust Port Size.............................................................................................................................................. 2 in.

Other Specifications:

Country of Origin ................................................................................................................................................ China

Warranty ........................................................................................................................................................... 1 Year

Approximate Assembly & Setup Time ........................................................................................................ 30 Minutes

Serial Number Location .................................................................................................................................. ID Label

ISO 9001 Factory .................................................................................................................................................. Yes

Certified by a Nationally Recognized Testing Laboratory (NRTL) ......................................................................... Yes

Features:

Laser Sight

Adjustable Wheels for Alignment/Coplanarity

Fence Adjustable for Blade Lead

Rack & Pinion Table Tilt

Ball-Bearing Blade Guides

Quick-Release Blade Tension Lever

Extruded Aluminum Rip Fence with Camlock Handle

Lower Wheel Brush to Prevent Build-Up of Dust/Pitch on Wheel

2" Dust Port

Chip Blower

Work Light

The information contained herein is deemed accurate as of 7/5/2019 and represents our most recent product specifications.

Due to our ongoing improvement efforts, this information may not accurately describe items previously purchased.

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Model G0803Z

Accessories Included:

Push Stick

Miter Gauge

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ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT INJURY RISKS.

You can be shocked, burned, or killed by touching

live electrical components or improperly grounded

machinery. To reduce this risk, only allow qualified

service personnel to do electrical installation or

repair work, and always disconnect power before

accessing or exposing electrical equipment.

DISCONNECT POWER FIRST.

Always discon-

nect machine from power supply BEFORE mak-

ing adjustments, changing tooling, or servicing

machine. This prevents an injury risk from unin-

tended startup or contact with live electrical com-

ponents.

EYE PROTECTION. Always wear ANSI-approved

safety glasses or a face shield when operating or

observing machinery to reduce the risk of eye

injury or blindness from flying particles. Everyday

eyeglasses are NOT approved safety glasses.

OWNER’S MANUAL. Read and understand this

owner’s manual BEFORE using machine.

TRAINED OPERATORS ONLY. Untrained oper-

ators have a higher risk of being hurt or killed.

Only allow trained/supervised people to use this

machine. When machine is not being used, dis-

connect power, remove switch keys, or lock-out

machine to prevent unauthorized use—especially

around children. Make your workshop kid proof!

DANGEROUS ENVIRONMENTS. Do not use

machinery in areas that are wet, cluttered, or have

poor lighting. Operating machinery in these areas

greatly increases the risk of accidents and injury.

MENTAL ALERTNESS REQUIRED. Full mental

alertness is required for safe operation of machin-

ery. Never operate under the influence of drugs or

alcohol, when tired, or when distracted.

For Your Own Safety, Read Instruction

Manual Before Operating This Machine

The purpose of safety symbols is to attract your attention to possible hazardous conditions.

This manual uses a series of symbols and signal words intended to convey the level of impor-

tance of the safety messages. The progression of symbols is described below. Remember that

safety messages by themselves do not eliminate danger and are not a substitute for proper

accident prevention measures. Always use common sense and good judgment.

Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided,

MAY result in minor or moderate injury. It may also be used to alert

against unsafe practices.

Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided,

COULD result in death or serious injury.

Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided,

WILL result in death or serious injury.

Alerts the user to useful information about proper operation of the

machine to avoid machine damage.

NOTICE

Safety Instructions for Machinery

SECTION 1: SAFETY

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WEARING PROPER APPAREL. Do not wear

clothing, apparel or jewelry that can become

entangled in moving parts. Always tie back or

cover long hair. Wear non-slip footwear to reduce

risk of slipping and losing control or accidentally

contacting cutting tool or moving parts.

HAZARDOUS DUST. Dust created by machinery

operations may cause cancer, birth defects, or

long-term respiratory damage. Be aware of dust

hazards associated with each workpiece mate-

rial. Always wear a NIOSH-approved respirator to

reduce your risk.

HEARING PROTECTION. Always wear hear-

ing protection when operating or observing loud

machinery. Extended exposure to this noise

without hearing protection can cause permanent

hearing loss.

REMOVE ADJUSTING TOOLS. Tools left on

machinery can become dangerous projectiles

upon startup. Never leave chuck keys, wrenches,

or any other tools on machine. Always verify

removal before starting!

USE CORRECT TOOL FOR THE JOB. Only use

this tool for its intended purpose—do not force

it or an attachment to do a job for which it was

not designed. Never make unapproved modifica-

tions—modifying tool or using it differently than

intended may result in malfunction or mechanical

failure that can lead to personal injury or death!

AWKWARD POSITIONS. Keep proper footing

and balance at all times when operating machine.

Do not overreach! Avoid awkward hand positions

that make workpiece control difficult or increase

the risk of accidental injury.

CHILDREN & BYSTANDERS. Keep children and

bystanders at a safe distance from the work area.

Stop using machine if they become a distraction.

GUARDS & COVERS. Guards and covers reduce

accidental contact with moving parts or flying

debris. Make sure they are properly installed,

undamaged, and working correctly BEFORE

operating machine.

FORCING MACHINERY. Do not force machine.

It will do the job safer and better at the rate for

which it was designed.

NEVER STAND ON MACHINE. Serious injury

may occur if machine is tipped or if the cutting

tool is unintentionally contacted.

STABLE MACHINE. Unexpected movement dur-

ing operation greatly increases risk of injury or

loss of control. Before starting, verify machine is

stable and mobile base (if used) is locked.

USE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES. Consult

this owner’s manual or the manufacturer for rec-

ommended accessories. Using improper acces-

sories will increase the risk of serious injury.

UNATTENDED OPERATION. To reduce the

risk of accidental injury, turn machine OFF and

ensure all moving parts completely stop before

walking away. Never leave machine running

while unattended.

MAINTAIN WITH CARE. Follow all maintenance

instructions and lubrication schedules to keep

machine in good working condition. A machine

that is improperly maintained could malfunction,

leading to serious personal injury or death.

DAMAGED PARTS. Regularly inspect machine

for damaged, loose, or mis-adjusted parts—or

any condition that could affect safe operation.

Immediately repair/replace BEFORE operating

machine. For your own safety, DO NOT operate

machine with damaged parts!

MAINTAIN POWER CORDS. When disconnect-

ing cord-connected machines from power, grab

and pull the plug—NOT the cord. Pulling the cord

may damage the wires inside. Do not handle

cord/plug with wet hands. Avoid cord damage by

keeping it away from heated surfaces, high traffic

areas, harsh chemicals, and wet/damp locations.

EXPERIENCING DIFFICULTIES. If at any time

you experience difficulties performing the intend-

ed operation, stop using the machine! Contact our

Technical Support at (570) 546-9663.

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Additional Safety for Bandsaws

Serious cuts, amputation, or death can occur from contact with the moving saw blade during

operation or if blade breakage occurs. To reduce this risk, anyone operating this machine

MUST completely heed the hazards and warnings below.

GUARDS/COVERS. Blade guards and covers

protect operator from the moving bandsaw blade.

The wheel covers protect operator from getting

entangled with rotating wheels or other moving

par t s. O N LY operate this bandsaw with blade

guard in proper position and wheel covers com-

pletely closed.

BLADE REPLACEMENT. To avoid mishaps that

could result in operator injury, make sure blade

teeth face down toward table and blade is prop-

erly tensioned and tracked before operating.

UPPER BLADE GUIDE SUPPORT. To reduce

exposure of operator to blade and provide maxi-

mum blade support while cutting, keep upper

blade guides adjusted to just clear workpiece.

CUTTING TECHNIQUES. To avoid blade getting

pulled off wheels or accidentally breaking and

striking operator, always turn bandsaw OFF and

wait for blade to come to a complete stop before

backing workpiece out of blade. DO NOT back

workpiece away from blade while bandsaw is run-

ning. DO NOT force or twist blade while cutting,

especially when sawing small curves. This could

result in blade damage or breakage.

WORKPIECE SUPPORT. To maintain maximum

control and reduce risk of blade contact/break-

age, always ensure adequate support of long/

large workpieces. Always keep workpiece flat and

firm against table/fence when cutting to avoid loss

of control. If necessary, use a jig or other work-

holding device.

WORKPIECE MATERIAL. This machine is

intended for cutting natural and man-made wood

products, and laminate covered wood products.

This machine is NOT designed to cut metal,

glass, stone, tile, etc.

HAND PLACEMENT. Placing hands or fingers

in line with blade during operation may result in

serious injury if hands slip or workpiece moves

unexpectedly. Do not position fingers or hands in

line with blade, and never reach under table while

blade is moving.

SMALL/NARROW WORKPIECES. If hands slip

during a cut while holding small workpieces

with fingers, serious personal injury could occur.

Always support/feed small or narrow workpieces

with push sticks, push blocks, jig, vise, or some

type of clamping fixture.

BLADE SPEED. Cutting workpiece before blade

is at full speed could cause blade to grab work-

piece and pull hands into blade. Allow blade to

reach full speed before starting cut. DO NOT start

machine with workpiece contacting blade.

FEED RATE. To avoid risk of workpiece slipping

and causing operator injury, always feed stock

evenly and smoothly.

BLADE CONDITION. Dull blades require more

effort to perform cut, increasing risk of accidents.

Do not operate with dirty, dull, cracked or badly

worn blades. Inspect blades for cracks and miss-

ing teeth before each use. Always maintain proper

blade tension and tracking while operating.

CLEARING JAMS AND CUTOFFS. Always stop

bandsaw and disconnect power before clearing

scrap pieces that get stuck between blade and

table insert. Use brush or push stick, not hands,

to clean chips/cutoff scraps from table.

BLADE CONTROL. To avoid risk of injury due to

blade contact, always allow blade to stop on its

own. DO NOT try to stop or slow blade with your

hand or the workpiece.

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SECTION 2: POWER SUPPLY

Availability

Before installing the machine, consider the avail-

ability and proximity of the required power supply

circuit. If an existing circuit does not meet the

requirements for this machine, a new circuit must

be installed. To minimize the risk of electrocution,

fire, or equipment damage, installation work and

electrical wiring must be done by an electrician or

qualified service personnel in accordance with all

applicable codes and standards.

Electrocution, fire, shock,

or equipment damage

may occur if machine is

not properly grounded

and connected to power

supply.

Full-Load Current Rating

The full-load current rating is the amperage a

machine draws at 100% of the rated output power.

On machines with multiple motors, this is the

amperage drawn by the largest motor or sum of all

motors and electrical devices that might operate

at one time during normal operations.

Full-Load Current Rating at 120V .... 2.8 Amps

The full-load current is not the maximum amount

of amps that the machine will draw. If the machine

is overloaded, it will draw additional amps beyond

the full-load rating.

If the machine is overloaded for a sufficient length

of time, damage, overheating, or fire may result—

especially if connected to an undersized circuit.

To reduce the risk of these hazards, avoid over-

loading the machine during operation and make

sure it is connected to a power supply circuit that

meets the specified circuit requirements.

For your own safety and protection of

property, consult an electrician if you are

unsure about wiring practices or electrical

codes in your area.

Note: Circuit requirements in this manual apply to

a dedicated circuit—where only one machine will

be running on the circuit at a time. If machine will

be connected to a shared circuit where multiple

machines may be running at the same time, con-

sult an electrician or qualified service personnel to

ensure circuit is properly sized for safe operation.

A power supply circuit includes all electrical

equipment between the breaker box or fuse panel

in the building and the machine. The power sup-

ply circuit used for this machine must be sized to

safely handle the full-load current drawn from the

machine for an extended period of time. (If this

machine is connected to a circuit protected by

fuses, use a time delay fuse marked D.)

120V Circuit Requirements

This machine is prewired to operate on a power

supply circuit that has a verified ground and meets

the following requirements:

Nominal Voltage .................... 110V, 115V, 120V

Cycle

..........................................................60 Hz

Phase

........................................... Single-Phase

Power Supply Circuit

......................... 15 Amps

Serious injury could occur if you connect

machine to power before completing setup

process. DO NOT connect to power until

instructed later in this manual.

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Improper connection of the equipment-grounding

wire can result in a risk of electric shock. The

wire with green insulation (with or without yellow

stripes) is the equipment-grounding wire. If repair

or replacement of the power cord or plug is nec-

essary, do not connect the equipment-grounding

wire to a live (current carrying) terminal.

Check with a qualified electrician or service per-

sonnel if you do not understand these grounding

requirements, or if you are in doubt about whether

the tool is properly grounded. If you ever notice

that a cord or plug is damaged or worn, discon-

nect it from power, and immediately replace it with

a new one.

Extension Cords

We do not recommend using an extension cord

with this machine.

If you must use an extension

cord, only use it if absolutely necessary and only

on a temporary basis.

Extension cords cause voltage drop, which can

damage electrical components and shorten motor

life. Voltage drop increases as the extension cord

size gets longer and the gauge size gets smaller

(higher gauge numbers indicate smaller sizes).

Any extension cord used with this machine must

be in good condition and contain a ground wire

and matching plug/receptacle. Additionally, it must

meet the following size requirements:

Minimum Gauge Size ...........................16 AWG

Maximum Length (Shorter is Better).......50 ft.

Grounding & Plug Requirements

Figure 6. Typical 5-15 plug and receptacle.

Grounding Pin

Neutral Hot

5-15 PLUG

GROUNDED

5-15 RECEPTACLE

SHOCK HAZARD!

Two-prong outlets do not meet the grounding

requirements for this machine. Do not modify

or use an adapter on the plug provided—if

it will not fit the outlet, have a qualified

electrician install the proper outlet with a

verified ground.

This machine MUST be grounded. In the event

of certain malfunctions or breakdowns, grounding

reduces the risk of electric shock by providing a

path of least resistance for electric current.

This machine is equipped with a power cord that

has an equipment-grounding wire and a grounding

plug. Only insert plug into a matching receptacle

(outlet) that is properly installed and grounded in

accordance with all local codes and ordinances.

DO NOT modify the provided plug!

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SECTION 3: SETUP

Inventory

Inventory (Figure 7) Qty

A. Bandsaw Body ........................................... 1

B.

Table Assembly .......................................... 1

C.

Rubber Feet ............................................... 4

D.

Chip Blower Hose ....................................... 1

E.

Miter Gauge ................................................ 1

F. Hex Wrenches 2.5, 4, 5mm ..................1 Ea.

G.

Open-End Wrench 10 x 12mm ................... 1

H.

Table Tilt Lock Lever .................................. 1

I.

Flat Washer 8mm (Lock Lever) .................. 1

J.

Push Stick .................................................. 1

K.

Fence.......................................................... 1

This machine was carefully packaged for safe

transport. When unpacking, separate all enclosed

items from packaging materials and inspect them

for shipping damage.

If items are damaged

,

please

call us immediately

at (570) 546-9663.

IMPORTANT:

Save all packaging materials until

you are completely satisfied with the machine and

have resolved any issues between Grizzly or the

shipping agent. You MUST have the original pack-

aging to file a freight claim. It is also extremely

helpful if you need to return your machine later.

Unpacking

The following is a list of items shipped with your

machine. Before beginning setup, lay these items

out and inventory them.

If any non-proprietary parts are missing (e.g. a

nut or a washer), we will gladly replace them; or

for the sake of expediency, replacements can be

obtained at your local hardware store.

NOTICE

If you cannot find an item on this list, care-

fully check around/inside the machine and

packaging materials. Often, these items get

lost in packaging materials while unpack-

ing or they are pre-installed at the factory.

Needed for Setup

The following items are needed, but not included,

for the setup/assembly of this machine.

Description Qty

• Safety Glasses ........................................... 1

• Small Machinist's Square ........................... 1

• Dust-Collection System .............................. 1

• Dust Hose 2" .............................................. 1

• Hose Clamps 2" ......................................... 2

• Optional Mounting Hardware . . (see Page 14)

Figure 7. Inventory.

C

E

D

BA

F

G H

I

J

K

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Site Considerations

Workbench Load

Refer to the Machine Data Sheet for the weight

and footprint specifications of your machine.

Some workbenches may require additional rein-

forcement to support the weight of the machine

and workpiece materials.

22

1

/

2

"

17"

Figure 8. Minimum working clearances.

Children and visitors may be

seriously injured if unsuper-

vised around this machine.

Lock entrances to the shop

or disable start switch or

power connection to prevent

unsupervised use.

Consider anticipated workpiece sizes and addi-

tional space needed for auxiliary stands, work

tables, or other machinery when establishing a

location for this machine in the shop. Below is

the minimum amount of space needed for the

machine.

Placement Location

Bench Mounting

Figure 10. "Direct Mount" setup.

Machine Base

Workbench

Lag Screw

Flat Washer

Another option is a "direct mount" (see example

below) where the machine is secured directly to

the workbench with lag screws and washers.

The base of this machine has mounting holes

that allow it to be fastened to a workbench or

other mounting surface to prevent it from moving

during operation and causing accidental injury or

damage.

The strongest mounting option is a "Through

Mount" (see example below) where holes are

drilled all the way through the workbench—and

hex bolts, washers, and hex nuts are used to

secure the machine in place.

Machine Base

Workbench

Hex

Bolt

Flat Washer

Lock Washer

Hex Nut

Figure 9. "Through Mount" setup.

Number of Mounting Holes

............................ 4

Diameter of Mounting Hardware Needed

..

3

⁄8"

Bench Mounting

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Assembly

LACERATION HAZARD!

Bandsaw blades and some

sheet metal parts are

sharp. Wear heavy leather

gloves while handling to

reduce risk of being cut.

To assemble bandsaw:

1.

Attach (4) rubber feet to bandsaw base (see

Figure 11). Rubber feet simply press onto

corners of base.

6.

Re-install components removed in Step 2.

DO NOT fully tighten yet.

Figure 12. Location of table controls that must

be removed or adjusted.

Adjustment

Knob

Lock

Lever

Indicator

Positioned

Down

Figure 13. Table assembly positioned on saw.

Gap

Table/Trunnion

Assembly

3. Turn guide post adjustment knob (see

Figure 3 on Page 4 for location) counter-

clockwise to raise guide post all the way up.

4.

Remove wing bolt, lock washer, flat washer,

and D-nut from table assembly. Make note of

how fasteners secure to fence assembly for

re-installation later.

5.

Using gap in table (see Figure 13), slide

table assembly through blade and rotate

assembly 90°. Position assembly as shown

in

Figure 13.

The machine must be fully assembled before it

can be operated. Before beginning the assembly

process, refer to

Needed for Setup

and gather

all

listed items.

To ensure the assembly process

goes smoothly, first clean any

parts that are

cov-

ered or coated in heavy-duty rust preventative (if

applicable).

2. Loosen scale indicator and position it down

(see

Figure 12), then remove table tilt lock

lever, flat washer, table tilt adjustment knob,

and shoulder bolt with spring (see

Figure 12).

Figure 11. Rubber feet attached to base.

Rubber Foot

(1 of 4)

Bandsaw

Base

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9. Use lock lever and 8mm flat washer to secure

table perpendicular to blade, then set scale

indicator to "0" on table tilt scale and tighten

screw (see

Figure 15).

10.

Re-install wing bolt, lock washer, flat washer,

and D-nut (removed in Step 4) on table

assembly.

11.

Install fence on fence rail as shown in

Figure 16.

Note: Fence lock lever (see Figure 16)

needs to be in up position when fitting fence

onto fence rail. Once fence snaps onto fence

rail, push lock lever down to secure fence in

position.

Figure 15. Table tilt controls re-installed.

Table Tilt

Scale

Lock

Lever

Set Indicator to

"0" When Table is

Perpendicular to Blade

Figure 16. Fence installed on fence rail.

Fence

Lock

Lever

Fence on

Fence Rail

7. Completely raise upper blade guide assem-

bly, then place machinist's square flat on

table, against side of blade (see

Figure 14).

8.

Use adjustment knob to tilt table until square

is flat against side of blade, as illustrated in

Figure 14.

Table

Square

Figure 14. Using a square to adjust table

perpendicular to the side of blade.

12.

Attach chip blower nozzle to nozzle base

(see

Figure 17). Nozzle simply snaps onto

base.

Figure 17. Chip blower nozzle attached to base.

Chip Blower

Nozzle

Base

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Adjustment

Overview

The bandsaw is one of the most versatile wood-

working machines. However, it has multiple com-

ponents that must be properly adjusted for the

best cutting results.

For practical and safety reasons, some adjust-

ments and test operations must be performed

before performing other necessary adjustments.

Below is an overview of all the adjustments and

the order in which they should be performed:

1.

Blade Tracking

2.

Dust Collection

3.

Test Run

4.

Tensioning Blade

5.

Adjusting Blade Support Bearings

6.

Adjusting Blade Guide Bearings

7.

Aligning Table

8.

Aligning Fence

Blade Centered

on Wheel

Blade

Centered

on Wheel

PROPER TRACKING

Wheel

Figure 18. Blade centered on crown of wheel.

Blade Tracking

"Tracking" refers to how the blade rides on the

bandsaw wheels. Proper tracking is important

for maintaining bandsaw adjustments, achiev-

ing correct blade tension, and cutting accurate-

ly. Improper tracking reduces cutting accuracy,

causes excess vibrations, and places stress on

the blade and other bandsaw components. The

shape of the wheels and the orientation of the

wheels in relation to each other determine how

the blade tracks.

Bandsaw wheels are either flat or crowned and

both shapes track differently. The G0803Z has

crowned wheels. As the wheels spin, a properly

tracking blade naturally tracks at the center of the

wheel (see

Figure 18).

The bandsaw wheels must be aligned for optimal

machine performance. Properly aligned wheels

are parallel and coplanar (see

Figure 19).

Improper blade tension and cutting practices can

negatively affect blade tracking. Familiarizing

yourself with the ideas and conditions described

in

Figure 19 will help you recognize when your

wheel alignment may need to be adjusted (refer

to Wheel Alignment on Page

45 for detailed

instructions on adjusting the tracking).

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or

Parallel But Not

Coplanar

Parallel And

Coplanar

Coplanar But

Not Parallel

Not Coplanar or

Parallel

Figure 19. Wheel alignment and misalignment

examples.

The wheels on the G0803Z were aligned at the

factory, so center tracking is the only adjustment

that needs to be performed when the saw is new.

This adjustment is necessary before turning the

saw on or performing other adjustments.

To adjust blade tracking:

1.

DISCONNECT MACHINE FROM POWER!

2.

Adjust upper and lower blade guides away

from blade, and raise upper guides all the

way up (refer to Adjusting Blade Guide

Bearings on Page

23 for detailed instruc-

tions).

Note: When adjusting the blade tracking for

the test run in this procedure, the blade must

have approximately the same amount of ten-

sion as when under operating conditions.

After the test run is successfully completed,

you will be instructed on how to more accu-

rately tension the blade for optimum results.

3.

Move quick-release lever all the way clock-

wise (as viewed from the rear of the machine)

to apply tension to blade (see Figure

20).

Figure 20. Blade tension and tracking controls.

Tension

Adjustment Knob

Tracking

Knob

Quick-Release

Lever

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